Semiconductor chips power modern electronics. They enable innovations in AI, quantum computing, and communications, driving tech advancements globally
How Semiconductor Chips Work?
Semiconductor chips, the tiny marvels of modern technology, are the fundamental building blocks of contemporary electronic devices. Despite their minuscule size, these chips perform incredibly complex functions, enabling everything from basic calculations to advanced artificial intelligence operations. Understanding how semiconductor chips work involves delving into the properties of semiconductors, the architecture of the chips, and the intricate processes used to manufacture them. This detailed exploration aims to shed light on the sophisticated workings of semiconductor chips. The Basics of Semiconductors Semiconductors are materials with electrical properties that fall between those of conductors (like copper) and insulators (like glass). The most commonly used semiconductor material is silicon, chosen for its abundant availability and excellent semiconducting properties. Other materials such as germanium, gallium arsenide, and silicon carbide are used in specific applications where…
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Prasun Barua is a graduate engineer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering with a passion for simplifying complex technical concepts for learners and professionals alike. He has authored numerous highly regarded books covering a wide range of elec…
